New Army Spokesman Seeks Media Support

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Newly appointed spokesman of the Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu has called on the media to remain committed to the discharge of professional duties.
Gatekeepers News reports that Brig.-Gen. Nwachukwu said this while speaking in Abuja on Wednesday when his predecessor, Brig.-Gen. Mohammed Yerima handed over to him.
He extolled the media for supporting Nigerian Army Operations through balanced reportage.
Brig.-Gen. Nwachukwu noted that the era of Information Communication Technology (ICT) has made it easier for speedy dissemination of information to the general public stressing that it has brought about additional challenges to information managers.
He, therefore, pledged to evolve measures and potent ways that could improve and strengthen the existing relationship between the Nigerian Army and the Media, with a view of consolidating on the gains already made in the ongoing war against insurgency, terrorism, banditry, Kidnapping and insurrection amongst other sundry crimes in the country.
He added that the NA under the leadership of Major General Faruk Yahaya would continue to value the partnership and cooperation of the media and other institutions with mutual respect and cordiality.
“Strengthening the Military-Media relationship is my topmost priority,” he added.

He thanked the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Major General Faruk Yahaya for finding him worthy to be appointed the Army Spokesman.

Earlier, Brig.-Gen Yerima congratulated the Director on his appointment and wished him a successful tour of duty.

He commended Officers, Soldiers and Civilian Staff of the Directorate for their loyalty, support and commitment. He further enjoined them to extend the same to the new Army Spokesman.